Clinical Research Associate
The Pathologist's Assistant performs gross examination, description, and dissection of surgical specimens under the direction of a pathologist. Additionally, the role involves supporting clinical research activities, teaching, and professional development.
- On-site
- Hamilton, ON
- Posted Aug 27, 2026
- Apply by Sep 2, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Under the general supervision of the Manager and Pathologist, the Pathologist's Assistant performs gross examining, describing, dissecting and sampling of Surgical Gross Specimens along with other supportive functions in the area. All primary functions are performed under the direction of a pathologist. Additionally you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development and research activities. • Bachelor’s degree in a health or science-related discipline required • Clinical Research Graduate Certificate preferred • Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (SoCRA or ACRP) an asset • 1-2 years previous related experience; Clinical research experience preferred • Knowledge of medical terminology required • Analytical thinking and problem solving skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, Health Canada Food and Drug Regulations, and Tri-Council Policy Statement 2 (TCPS-2) • Basic knowledge of clinical research principles, practices, and processes related to project management, study coordination, regulatory requirements, data collection and reporting • Highly proficient computer skills • Experience using electronic health records and data management software applications preferred • Ability to organize workload to meet deadlines and flexible when priorities change • Ability to push/pull carts with patient charts/case reports • Follows health and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace for self and others
What you’ll do
The Pathologist's Assistant performs gross examination, description, and dissection of surgical specimens under the direction of a pathologist. Additionally, the role involves supporting clinical research activities, teaching, and professional development.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a health or science-related discipline and possess 1-2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in medical terminology, clinical research principles, and regulatory guidelines such as ICH-GCP is required.
Listed skills
- written communicationPreferred
- Problem solvingPreferred
- ReportingPreferred
- Project managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Gross examining
- Dissecting
- Sampling
- Medical terminology
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- ICH-GCP guidelines
- Project management
- Study coordination
- Regulatory requirements
- Data collection
- Reporting
- Electronic health records
- Data management software
- Analytical Thinking
- Ability To Meet Deadlines
- Research
- Teaching
- Medical Records
- Clinical Research
- Computer Literacy
- Data Collection
- Data Management
- Electronic Medical Record
- Pathology
- Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Medical Terminology
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Coordinating
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Administrative
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Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 2, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week